Partner Attorney

Job Overview

A prominent business law firm is seeking an experienced Partner-level Attorney to join its High Net Worth Practice Group. This opportunity is ideal for a senior attorney with a strong background in estate planning, trust administration, and corporate governance, who values delivering exceptional legal service and maintaining long-standing client relationships. The role involves both hands-on legal work and leadership, including mentoring junior attorneys and overseeing team contributions across complex matters.

Location

• Grand Rapids, Michigan

Duties

• Draft estate planning documents including:

  • Revocable and irrevocable trusts

  • Wills and powers of attorney

  • GST/dynasty trusts, GRATs, QPRTs, and prenuptial agreements

• Independently administer complex trusts and estates

• Conduct legal research and advise clients on estate, gift, and income tax issues

• Advise clients on corporate law matters, including:

  • Business formation

  • Governance structures

  • Operating and buy-sell agreements

• Build and maintain strong relationships with high-net-worth clients and their professional advisors

• Train, mentor, and provide guidance to associates and team members

• Delegate tasks to and supervise work by paralegals, associates, and legal secretaries

• Lead and manage multiple large-scale legal projects with high client interaction

• Prioritize tasks and manage deadlines efficiently across a dynamic workload

Requirements

• Legal experience in estate planning, trust administration, and/or corporate governance

• Demonstrated ability to work independently with high-level clients and complex matters

• Proven leadership in supervising legal teams and managing client relationships

Education

• Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited U.S. law school

Certifications

• Active license to practice law in the state of Michigan (required)

Skills

• Expertise in estate and tax planning strategies for high-net-worth individuals

• Strong drafting, analytical, and research skills

• Effective communicator with clients, colleagues, and external advisors

• Ability to manage multiple high-stakes projects simultaneously

• Leadership and mentoring capabilities within a legal team environment

Benefits

• Competitive partner-level compensation

• Hybrid work flexibility

• Opportunity to work with a prestigious client base and respected legal team

• Leadership role in a nationally recognized High Net Worth Practice Group

Assisting most successful companies and individuals on a broad range of issues, this nationally recognized firm is committed to exceptional and efficient client service and an enjoyable work environment based on collaboration, respect, and diversity. Focused on long-term goals, the firm maintains the highest ethical standards and provides honest and objective counsel to clients.